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Blender Banana Bread

  • Makes 10 slices
  • Prep 5 minutes
  • Cook 55 minutes
  • Total 1 hour
Blender Banana Bread

Ever find yourself buying a bunch of bananas just because they’re always on the grocery list, even though no one at home actually eats them, and then watch them slowly go bad—only to repeat the cycle the next week? Yeah, us neither. But in case you feel seen (again, not us at ALL), this Blender Banana Bread recipe is for!

Fortunately, our blender works overtime at home. If there is a way for us to make something by blending all of the ingredients together in one shot, you better believe we will. This Blender Banana Bread is another one of our blender baddies that comes together with minimal time and effort yet tastes like you’ve spent the entire day Betty Crocker-ing it up in the kitchen.

What stands out

If you’re a fan of our other blender sensations like our Whole Lemon Blender Cake or Whole Orange Blender Cake you’re going to love this Blender Banana Cake. Following the same simple method, where all ingredients are tossed into a blender blended, and then poured into a pan to bake, this Banana Bread is ridiculously simple to make while giving you pro-level texture and taste. This recipe is ideal for busy mornings, quick cravings or baking sessions with your kiddos. You’ll have a perfectly moist and flavorful loaf with minimal cleanup and no fancy baking skills required!

How to Prepare Blender Banana Bread

Preheat oven to 375F (190C).

To a blender add: 2 ripe bananas, avocado oil, 2 eggs, and almond milk.

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Next, add in the maple syrup, flour, baking powder and a pinch of salt.

Blend on high for 20 seconds and pour into a lined loaf pan.

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A blender container is being filled with flour from a bowl. The container already holds various baking ingredients, such as eggs, sugar, and milk, on a white countertop, with a sunlit window in the background.
Batter is being poured into a parchment-lined loaf pan secured with clips. The scene is bathed in warm sunlight, casting shadows on a white countertop, with a window in the background.

Sprinkle the top of the batter with chopped walnuts.

Finally, bake for 45 to 55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean (it will depend on the oven).

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Close-up of sliced banana bread on a white plate. The bread is topped with chopped walnuts, showing its moist texture and golden-brown crust. The scene is set on a light-colored surface, highlighting the bread's appetizing appearance.

Kitchen tip

Top the loaf with any extra ingredients you love: chocolate chips, any chopped nuts, seeds or dried fruit.

A close-up of a hand holding a piece of banana bread topped with a layer of butter. The bread is moist and studded with nuts, with a bitten section visible, against a blurred background of the whole loaf on a white plate.

Swaps

  1. Instead of maple syrup, you could also use honey or agave syrup.
  2. After blending, you could stir in extra ingredients to the batter, such as chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans), dried fruit, seeds or chocolate chips.
  3. Use any milk you prefer.
  4. You could also add in a sprinkle of cinnamon to the blender for a warming flavor.
  5. Instead of avocado oil, you can use coconut oil vegetable oil, or canola oil.

Equipment Notes

  • This recipe was designed to be made using our favorite blender but you can certainly make it without! If you have a food processor you can use it instead.
  • If you don’t want to make this Banana Bread using any small appliances you can kick it old school. mash the bananas well in a mixing bowl then stir in the wet ingredients, followed by the dry ingredients.
  • We've used a standard loaf pan to bake this Blender Banana Bread, but you can also use a muffin tin with paper cups, or a silicone variety. Just adjust the bake time to around 20 minutes and use the toothpick method to confirm they’re fully baked.

Serve it with

  • Serve this Best Banana Bread Recipe for dessert with coffee or tea.
  • Spread a slice of banana bread with a spoonful of peanut butter or our luscious Homemade Nutella.
  • Serve a slice with a scoop of our sensational Cottage Cheese Ice Cream.

Questions

can i use any type of milk in this Blender Banana Bread recipe?

Yes, you can certainly use whatever milk or dairy-free variety you love: soy, coconut, or oat milk will all work.

can i make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Ensure it’s a 1:1 replacement to maintain the proper texture. Also, check out our a strong Gluten Free Banana Bread!

what can i use instead of maple syrup?

You can use honey or agave syrup instead of maple syrup in this Blender Banana Bread recipe.

how do i know when the banana bread is done?

The banana bread is done when it is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs attached.

can i make this recipe into muffins?

Yes! We would cook at the same temperature, but check to see if they’re cooked around the 20-minute mark. br

can i make this recipe without a blender?

Yes, you definitely can. First, mash up the bananas well and then stir in the wet ingredients and then the dry ingredients.

Ingredients

Makes 10 slices

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • ½ cup avocado oil
  • 2 eggs
  • ⅓ cup almond milk
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • 1 ½ cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • pinch salt

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Liquid Measuring Cup
  • Measuring Cups + Spoons
  • Parchment Paper
  • Loaf Pan

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
  2. Add all the ingredients to a blender, blend for 20 seconds.
  3. Pour into a lined loaf pan and bake for 45-55 min, until a toothpick comes out clean (it will depend on the oven).

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